Molar mass of lead(II) chloride (PbCl2)

The molar mass of lead(II) chloride (PbCl2) is 278.1 g/mol.

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Step-by-step calculation

ElementAtomsAtomic massSubtotal
Lead × 1 207.2 = 207.2
Chlorine × 2 35.45 = 70.9
Total278.1 g/mol

Percent composition by element

  • Lead 74.51%
  • Chlorine 25.49%

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FAQ

What is the molar mass of PbCl2?

The molar mass of lead(II) chloride (PbCl2) is 278.1 g/mol.

How do you calculate the molar mass of PbCl2?

Multiply the atomic mass of each element by the number of its atoms in PbCl2, then add the results: 1 × 207.2 (Pb) + 2 × 35.45 (Cl) = 278.1 g/mol.

What percentage of PbCl2 is Lead?

Lead makes up 74.51% of the mass of lead(II) chloride (PbCl2).